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Autonomous University of Querétaro

university, Querétaro, Mexico

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The Autonomous University of Querétaro is a public university located in Querétaro, Mexico. Founded in 1951, it is one of the state's key cultural institutions. The university is situated in the city of Querétaro, which is the capital of the state of the same name and is recognized for its well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city itself has a rich history, having been an Otomí outpost, an Aztec territory, and a significant Spanish colonial center.12

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